E106: AI-Generated vs AI-Assisted Art: What Creators and Customers Need to Know

Send us your feedbackWhat happens when artwork you created yourself is suddenly labelled as AI?In this episode, Kaylie and Delores explore the increasingly complicated difference between AI-generated and AI-assisted creative work. They discuss reports of Instagram adding AI information labels to content edited with Canva’s background remover, why a single label can misrepresent hours of genuine creative work, and the effect that misunderstanding can have on an artist’s reputation.They also have an honest conversation about where they personally draw the line with generative AI. Is using an AI-generated image for a temporary marketing graphic different from selling generated artwork as your own? Does every use need to be disclosed? And how can small creative businesses make practical choices without dismissing the genuine concerns surrounding consent, copyright, creative jobs and trust?Kaylie and Delores also explore why visibly human design—complete with wobbly lines, handmade marks and imperfect details—may become even more valuable as generated content becomes easier to produce.In this episode:• The difference between AI-generated and AI-assisted work• Why Instagram’s AI labels can mislead customers• How Canva’s automated tools may trigger AI information labels• The difference between creative authorship and automated editing• Using generated imagery for marketing versus products for sale• The pressure placed on solo creative business owners• Why context, transparency and kindness matter• Etsy’s evolving approach to originality, digital products and AI• Why handmade and visibly human design may become more valuable• Practical ways artists can share their process without constantly defending themselvesThis is not an episode about choosing a side and shouting at everyone on the other one. It is an honest, nuanced conversation about creativity, technology, trust and the human beings trying to navigate the messy space between them.Listen now, share the episode with another artist, maker, author or creative business owner, and let us know where you draw the line between AI assistance and AI generation.Support the Creative Juggle Joy PodcastSupport the show Don't miss an episode—subscribe to The Creative JuggleJoy Podcast! Follow us on social media and join our email lists for more tips, stories, and updates on new episodes. Kaylie Edwards - Instagram  - Website - Facebook - ThreadsSpellweaver Creative Hub MembershipFree Email List Builder Checklist For CreativesDelores Naskrent - Website & Digital Art School - Instagram - Facebook - Pinterest - YoutubeProcreate Foundations CourseAffinity Foundations Course